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Students and employees who use myfiles.ufv.ca and gateway.ufv.ca to access network files via their browser can expect to see an improved interface and user experience as of May 1, 2020. The Fileway application will receive an upgrade on Friday, May 1, at 4 pm. Students and employees should not experience an outage during this upgrade. … Read more
As previously announced, MyClass (Blackboard) will be completely unavailable from April 28 (Tuesday) through May 1 (Friday) due to its system upgrade. Here are a few things to do before the outage: https://www.ufv.ca/media/assets/online-learning/Things-to-Do-Before-Blackboard-Outage-APR-28-MAY-1-2020.pdf For more information, contact Teaching and Learning at asktlc@ufv.ca 04/28/2020
The next meeting of Senate is on Fri, May 8, via Video Conference. Please submit agenda and exhibit items to UFVSenate@ufv.ca by noon on Tues, Apr 28. For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca https://www.ufv.ca/senate/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 05/08/2020
The University Secretariat invites your feedback on the following policy Grade Reporting (109) policy that is now being sent out for a second consultation. Supporting are available at https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ If you have any feedback, please submit your comments to Policyconsult@ufv.ca by May 7, 2020. https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ 05/08/2020
At its April 2, 2020 meeting, the Board of Governors approved the following policy and bylaws revisions: • Board policy BRP-235.03 — Board Policy on Academic Excellence Awards • Board bylaw BGB 110.04 — Confidentiality of Board Information • Board bylaw BGB-110.09 — Board and Decision-Making Information • Board bylaw BGB-110.11 — Board Evaluation • … Read more
As part of a four-week consultation, the University Secretariat invites the UFV community to submit collaborative or individual feedback on the Approval of Graduands (20) policy. Please distribute to others in your area, as appropriate. Please submit your comments to policyconsult@ufv.ca by the deadline of May 11, 2020. Thank you for your input. https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ … Read more
A number of academic publishers are making content freely available during the COVID-19 crisis. The UFV Library is activating content and collating a list on a LibGuide. The list includes scholarly journals, monographs, textbooks and Coronavirus Research portals. This is an opportunity to access new content and use books and texts that would otherwise be … Read more
Message from Jeff Thiessen, UFV Bookstore Manager & Course Materials Buyer: I would first like to applaud all your efforts for migrating to an online platform for learning. That is a huge task and accomplishment. The Bookstore has been closed to the public since the end of March in an effort to help “flatten the curve” … Read more
It’s important to be aware of the stresses and demands working, living, and teaching in a pandemic environment can create. UFV encourages employees to access resources through the UFV Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP). Reliable, accurate COVID-19 health information is available through the BC CDC and Health Canada.
UFV has a new and exciting opportunity for community involvement! During times of crisis communities come together and assist those in need. We welcome you to join Research, Engagement & Graduate Studies’ online brainstorming forum on Thurs, April 9, at 10 am, a bluejeans link will be provided to those who RSVP. Let’s generate a … Read more
Faculty and administrators enrolled in the College Pension Plan and staff enrolled in the Municipal Pension Plan can find announcements on the “health” of these plans during the current climate by going to the BC Pension Corporation website at www.pensionsbc.ca. https://www.pensionsbc.ca/portal/page/portal/pen_corp_home/home/ For more information, contact Debbie Dyck at debbie.dyck@ufv.ca 04/30/2020
Since many UFV employees are working remotely to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, UFV has suspended bi-monthly parking fees for all staff and faculty until further notice. As a result, several employees have generously offered to donate their parking fees to the UFV Student Emergency Fund, and suggested we provide this option to all … Read more
The Financial Services department continues moving forward with our requirements for fiscal year-end and statutory reporting. Thank you for helping us meet critical financial year-end deadlines in these challenging circumstances. In light of current events, Financial Services recognizes additional options for submitting information and documents are necessary, while continuing to adhere to internal controls, policies, … Read more
Justin P. Goodrich’s appointment to the Board of Governors of the University of the Fraser Valley has been rescinded by the Executive Council of the Province of British Columbia effective immediately (March 27, 2020). Mr. Nash Gill, current Vice-Chair, will serve as Chair of the Board until July 31, 2020. The Executive Council of the … Read more
The Teaching and Learning Centre is offering training and resources to assist faculty in their design and delivery of learning material and activities in myClass (Blackboard). If you would like to increase your comfort or proficiency with designing, developing, and/or delivering your course(s)online in myClass (Blackboard), please begin with some of the following resources. The … Read more